I’m Emma and before becoming a psychotherapist I spent nearly a decade working in IT, in the not-for-profit sector in London. However, I found myself drawn to roles where I could support people more directly, working with frontline teams who helped refugees and other vulnerable groups. Through my own experience of therapy during a difficult period, I discovered just how transformative the right support can be.

Before I started my formal training, I volunteered at a charity, working with people in suicidal crisis. It was humbling work that taught me the importance of truly being present with someone in their darkest moments. During my training I worked with those facing homelessness, supporting people with complex trauma, addiction, and serious mental health difficulties. I've also worked within an IAPT service, providing short-term therapy for adults referred through their GPs, and I supported staff within a school setting to navigate work-related and personal pressures.